Ontario Patient Ombudsman
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Ontario patient ombudsman sees 33 per cent surge in complaints: reportOntario's patient ombudsman says his office has seen a 33 per cent increase in complaints, and noted a 'troubling' trend in problems accessing primary care.HealthNov 15, 2023
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Over $42K in wrongful fees charged to Ontario patients by clinics since 2018Advocates and the province have differing interpretations of the relatively low number of charges found to go against laws protecting patients from paying for free health services.HealthMay 9, 2023
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Cathy Fooks, Ontario’s patient ombudsman, dies in accidentCathy Fooks assumed her role on July 13, in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.CanadaDec 31, 2020
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Ontario government names Cathy Fooks as new patient ombudsmanCathy Fooks will assume the role on July 13 for a five-year term, according to a government statement.PoliticsJun 11, 2020
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Ontario’s patient ombudsman investigating experiences at long-term care homes with coronavirus outbreaksThe office announced issues related to staffing levels, infection prevention and control measures, restrictions on visitations, and information communication will all be examined.HealthJun 2, 2020
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